€19bn in agri-food exports shows 'resilience' of sector in a challenging year

The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has published its Annual Review and Outlook for 2023.

Ireland is currently the eighth largest dairy exporter in the world, exporting 90% of our dairy products at a value of €6.9bn, with both butter and cheese exceeding €1bn.

The agri-food sector had a record €19bn worth of exports in 2022, showing its "adaptability and resilience" in what was a very challenging year, Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue said.

This was a 22% increase on 2021 export figures.